HC Deb 23 October 1990 vol 178 c96W
Mr. Bermingham

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport when he expects to announce his decision whether or not to order a reopening of the inquiry into the loss of the MV Derbyshire; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. McLoughlin

The new material is now being examined by the marine accident investigation branch. Once it has concluded its investigations, a report will be sent to the Secretary of State. After consideration of that report, he will then decide whether or not the formal investigation into the loss of the Derbyshire should be reopened.